Severe premenstrual mood disorder has three subtypes, symptom diaries suggest

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A study suggests premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) can be divided into three subtypes with different symptom patterns, rather than one universal pattern. Researchers hope the findings will support more individualized treatment.

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a common mood disorder associated with the menstrual cycle. A new study published in Nature Communications shows that PMDD does not follow any universal pattern and that there are three subtypes with different patterns of symptoms. The hope is that this discovery will lead to more individualized treatment.